Students will discuss the differences between German and US cities, foods, fashion and more. They will also discuss differences in cultural etiquette and customs.  

Students learn a bit about cities in Germany and the differences between U.S. and German cities.  Students learn about German cuisine.

Students will learn about the Carnival holiday in Germany, as well as what it is called in the different parts of Germany. Students will also give their opinions on a variety of different topics that go with this celebration.

In this activity, students will become familiar with and learn how to say different German tongue twisters.

Students talk about their ideas on science fiction and learn about a German TV program and new sci-fi inventions.

Students discuss Krimi and learn German vocabulary associated with Krimi.  Students learn about the German Show Tatort.

Students will discuss the genre of crime in movies and books and create their own crime stories.

Students will plan their own dream vacations and discuss what they would be like.

Students talk about stress and play Charades using school vocabulary to relieve stress.

Students will learn about varying dialects from different parts of German speaking countries. Students will also have the opportunity to try speaking / saying words and terms in said dialects.

Students talk about their dream holiday and plan the holiday using the TUI App. They will then present their holiday to the group.

This OER Lesson plan/unit was created by Ashton Krueger as part of the 2023 World Language OER Summer work and training. Educators worked with NDE staff to create OER Learning Plans and materials. The attached Lesson Plan is designed for 9 - 12 World Language Arts teachers for Novice Mid-Learners of German. Students will work together with partners to share their travel interests, write sentences, evaluate their writing, and present their ideas and new learnings. Students will interpret flags, exchange information, negotiate meaning, edit errors, and discuss some cultural activities associated with each country.This Lesson Plan addresses the following NDE World Language Standard(s): NE WL Standards: 1.1, 1.2, 2.1.It is expected that this activity will take students 30 minutes to complete.

The inquiry based project is on the refugee crisis in Germany and its effects on the German election in local provinces.

This module is aimed post GCSE students in semester A and addresses common grammatical problems areas. The grammar exercises are also supported by audio, so that the pronunciation is underlined and listening skills are practiced. The transcript reader of the listening exercises allows students to identify words/passages they find difficult to understand.

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Prepares students for working and living in German-speaking countries. Focus on current political, social, and cultural issues, using newspapers, journals, TV, radio broadcasts, and Web sources from Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. Emphasis on speaking, writing, and reading skills for professional contexts. Activities include: oral presentations, group discussions, guest lectures, and interviews with German speakers. No listeners.

This OER Assignment was created by Kelleen Rosebaugh and as part of the 2024 World Language OER Summer work and training. Educators worked with Chrystal Liu, Nick Zeigler and Dorann Avey to create OER Learning Plans and materials. The attached Lesson Plan is designed for 9 - 12 World Language Arts teachers for student learning of Mid Intermediate Learners of German. Students listen and fill in the cloze text, then use that text to answer comprehension questions, build background knowledge to clarify text and deepen understanding,This Lesson Plan addresses the following NDE World Language Standard(s): NE.WL.1.2.A  NE.WL.1.2.D  NE.WL.1.2.E It is expected that this Assignment will take students 20 minutes to complete.